The artwork titled “Dents du Midi in Clouds,” created by the artist Ferdinand Hodler in 1917, is an oil painting on canvas that belongs to the Symbolism art movement. With dimensions of 60 by 80 centimeters, this landscape painting is currently held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays an ethereal scene of the Dents du Midi mountain range shrouded in a sea of clouds. Dominated by vibrant hues of blue, yellow, and green, the painting captures the majestic peaks interwoven with soft, billowing clouds that lend a dreamlike quality to the composition. The rising peaks, rendered in bold strokes of blue and violet, contrast with the warm tones of the sky and the diffuse light. Hodler’s technique in blending colors and creating dynamic contrasts reflects his symbolic approach to depicting the natural world, encouraging viewers to contemplate the grandeur and mystery of the landscape. The overall atmosphere of the painting evokes a sense of awe and tranquility, characteristic of Hodler’s mature artistic style.
